Climate change is essentially a water crisis, and innovations in water technology, management and governance are the pulse to mitigating climate risks sustainably and inclusively. This session aims to introduce the CGIAR and IWMI Water System Integration Roadmap and strengthen dialogue and partnerships between CGIAR scientists and external partners on innovative research and co-designed interventions.
Key Focus Areas:
Mitigating Water Risks: Water Resilience and Climate Action, A Framework for Sustainable Water Use, A Nexus Approach to Groundwater Depletion, Water Data for Food Security and Sustainability
Managing Water Sustainably and Overcoming Inequalities: Water as a Social Catalyst for Climate Action, The Role of Water in Smallholder Farming Systems, Agroecological Innovations to Water Security, Water Demand Datasets.
Workshop Format:
Opening Session: Introducing the IWMI and CGIAR Water System Integration Roadmap: IWMI Deputy Director General (DDG), Dr Rachael McDonnell and CGIAR Chief Scientist, Dr Sandra Milach.
Main Session: Two Interactive science sessions followed by expert panel reflections.
Closing Remarks
IWMI Director General, Dr Mark Smith
About IWMI: The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is a research-for-development organization that works with governments, civil society, and the private sector to solve water challenges in developing countries and scale up sustainable solutions. IWMI integrates cutting-edge research, knowledge services, capacity building, policy engagement, and partnerships to drive transformative water solutions in agriculture, ecosystems, climate adaptation, and inclusive economic growth. Headquartered in Colombo, Sri Lanka, IWMI operates in 15 countries and engages with partners across more than 55 nations.
